The Superabound Podcast

As a business owner, sales create the fuel for your company to realize its purpose in the world. Getting better at selling not only means reaching your goals sooner, it also makes the work of business ownership more fun and fulfilling. Yet many people still think of "sales" as a dirty word. So they don't develop their skill and love for it. Yes, you can love selling. And you can be great at it. This episode will introduce you to some of the common mistakes we see business owners make when they sell their product or service, and how you can fix the ones you may be making. You will discover: The feeling in your body that lets you know that something might be off with your selling, and how to realign with what's best for everyone involved The words in your sales copy or conversations that turn prospects off and which ones let them know that you're on their side Why it sometimes backfires to put a lot of energy into a sales process, and what to do instead so that you only sign the best clients For the transcript and full show notes, visit the episode page here.

Many business owners have issues around taking vacation. They either won't do it at all, won't take as much time as they really want, won't be able to fully unplug, or will feel guilty that they're relaxing while their team is grinding it out back home. If any of these describe your approach to vacations and unplugging, this episode is a must listen. We just returned from 3 weeks in Maui and are sharing the good the bad and the ugly of it all. Yes, even in Maui things can get ugly sometimes. You will discover: The mindset required to take an extended vacation Why it matters to your business and well-being that you take time off How to roll with the inevitable disappointments and frustrations of travel so you don't "waste" any of those precious days off For full show notes visit the show notes page here.

Vanessa Dineen is an inspiring Canadian entrepreneur. As the co-owner of Toronto's Sash and Bustle bridal boutique, she has grown it from an 800 square foot space with room for only 1 client at a time, to a 5-room bridal experience and a staff of nearly 20. Listen to the conversation with Vanessa and discover: How unpleasant experiences in your life can unlock new doors for business growth How to set up a low-risk experiment and why that skill is one of the biggest factors for success How to create a vision that allows you to grow your business while loving your life For the full show notes including video and transcript click here.

Ellen Daly is a New York Times bestselling collaborative author, having written books with relationship expert Esther Perel, Whole Foods CEO John Mackey, and many others. Carter Phipps is the co-author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Conscious Leadership, author of Evolutionaries, and co-founder of the Institute for Cultural Evolution. In this episode you will discover: How to grow a business that has impact and purpose in the ways that feel right for you The importance of relationships in creating the business of your dreams, and how to cultivate them both for their own sake as well as in service of your bigger vision What makes for an amazing business model, and how to know when you've got one Get the full show notes including the transcript and video of the conversation here.

If you ever found yourself wishing you had more time, today's episode is for you. Vikki is a feminist time and rest coach as well as a close friend of ours. You will discover: How to use time for what matters most in your life Why resting is never a waste of time, despite how our culture continues to glorify hustle, long hours, and poor sleep Which common thoughts about time actually cause us to get less done Get the full show notes here.

Discover a countercultural process to help you have a sustainable business and an incredible life. Rather than focusing on growing as fast as possible, growing smooth means you are more interested in long term sustainability and health, not just in your business, but also in your personal life. This episode of the podcast will introduce you to Grow Smooth, the new business course from Superabound. We believe business is a spiritual practice. Explore how that might be true for you and what you can do to have a more aligned personal and work life. Discover what one activity will help you make sense of your setbacks and put today's challenges into a big picture, so you can have more energy and creativity in your business. To learn more about the Grow Smooth course, visit besuperabound.com/grow.

In addition to being the author of bestselling books The New Rules of Marketing and PR and Fanocracy, plus being a sought-after keynote speaker at events such as Tony Robbins' Business Mastery, David Meerman Scott is a ridiculously thoughtful, kind, and fun person to be around. David's message matters to business owners because he shows how to have a massive impact in the world on your own terms. He also shares stories of major life transformations—from being a corporate executive to being a brand new business owner, as well as from living a rather unhealthy lifestyle to being in the best shape of his life in his early 60s. You will discover: How to manage setbacks so they open up greater opportunities How to build rewarding business relationships Why getting fired from a job can be a gift, and Why "Have fun" can be a great business plan. To get the full show notes for today's episode head to besuperabound.com/podcast and while you're there make sure to sign up for the free Business Growth Grader that you'll find on the website. It will help you pinpoint your biggest business bottleneck and eliminate it.

As a business owner or leader you've no doubt heard about the advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI), but maybe you have concerns about how to use it in a way that is still soulful and impact-driven, just like your business. And while AI is changing how work gets done, the options and pace of change can be overwhelming for business owners who don't spend all day testing out new gadgets. This week's episode of the Superabound podcast will show you where to start as well as which AI tools can give you back more time in the day, and even open doors to future business growth. You will discover: How to use AI to boost your marketing, whether it's eliminating writer's block, creating social media posts, or generating eye-catching images. How to incorporate AI into your customer service, so you can save time and deliver better experiences to your audience. What AI tools will give you a lift in terms of search engine optimization (SEO), working better with colleagues and contractors, and even getting more done in a week. Which unpleasant admin tasks AI can take off your plate, and the mindset shift required to get the most out of this approach. To get the details about each of the tools mentioned in this episode, download the free AI For Entrepreneurs Quickstart Guide at besuperabound.com/ai

SaraEllen has created remarkable things in her life, and on today's episode with master coach Erin Aquin, they explore how to make magic in yours. They deal with some of the challenges facing women today, but the episode is filled with gems you can take away regardless of your gender. You will discover: How to protect yourself from burnout by spotting the difference between hustle and effort What crucial step opens the door to your true desire, and why many people don't feel "allowed" to do it Why developing harmonious masculine and feminine energy is the key to achieving goals over the long term To get the full show notes for today's episode visit besuperabound.com/podcast and while you're there make sure to sign up for the free Business Growth Grader that you'll find on the website.

There's no such thing as business vs life. There is only life, and business happens within that. When relationships across all areas of your life are healthy, business is just easier. You aren't distracted by drama at home, and communication and trust with colleagues is strong which enables you to move faster at work. In this episode you will discover: What gets in the way of healthy relationships for many entrepreneurs and how to fix it The role of humor and purpose in creating strong bonds How to bring great energy to your relationships, even during challenging times in your business To get the full show notes click here and be sure to sign up for the Business Growth Grader on the site. It's a mini-assessment that will help you pinpoint your biggest bottleneck so you can eliminate it and keep growing.